Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V535000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V535000 by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.. Includes 10,333 affected units, MITSUBISHI FUSO/TIE ROD END BALL JOINTS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, the tie rod end ball joint dust boot was designed with insufficient sealing ability. this condition could allow contamination to enter into the tie rod end ball joint, abnormally wearing the resin bearing located inside the joint.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install modified tie rod end assemblies. The recall began on january 13, 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-3917.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V535000

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2004-11-08T00:00:00

Subject: Mitsubishi fuso/tie rod end ball joints

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 10,333

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R3128610

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks, the tie rod end ball joint dust boot was designed with insufficient sealing ability. this condition could allow contamination to enter into the tie rod end ball joint, abnormally wearing the resin bearing located inside the joint.

Consequence Summary: The tie rod end ball joint could separate from the tie rod end, disabling the steering system, and causing a crash .

Corrective Action: Dealers will install modified tie rod end assemblies. The recall began on january 13, 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-3917.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-4x5v.36gq-cnt8

NHTSA ID: 04V535000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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